NLC tools and gear

[dhansell22]

The school says they have an arrangement with a company to come in and sell tools at a discounted rate. Anyone know if the tools and gear are really any cheaper or should i just buy most of them ahead of time? I figured I'd at least get the climbing gear from them since they can help me out with the right fit.

[dustyn77]

Ya I went to NLC they get a 10% discount I believe. If you want to save some money buy your hand tools used, don't buy new boots.

[Bighorn Ape]

try to get all of your tools before you go....its already expensive enough! look on ebay and amazon or something for the hand tools and climbing gear...it is a good idea to get a pair of boots that you like as well. NLC only offered hoffman boots when i went.

Good luck

[dhansell22]

They say get 16" boots. Does that sound right?

[wantafastz28]

I wouldnt, but that's a preference.

[bones]

16s are hot in the summer and sometimes the rivets can drive into your leg from the pads you're wearing. When it is a 106 out, do you really want 16s? Save the 16s for the pack boots you'll inevitably buy for the winter.

[dhansell22]

16s are hot in the summer and sometimes the rivets can drive into your leg from the pads you're wearing. When it is a 106 out, do you really want 16s? Save the 16s for the pack boots you'll inevitably buy for the winter.

16" is crazy tall. I'm good with 8